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Historical Essay

Benjamin Butts (1853-1930)

One Man's Journey from Slavery to Madison Business Owner to State Assembly Staff Member
Learn about a freed slave's intriguing story as a barber serving Wisconsin's prominent politicians, and as a well-known, beloved face in the capital city.
Historical Essay

Catlin, George (1796-1872)

Artist and Author
Biography of author and artist George Catlin, who painted Indians.
Historical Essay

George Washington Portrait by Thomas Sully

Wisconsin Historical Museum Object – Feature Story
Copy of Gilbert Stuart's portrait of George Washington painted by Thomas Sully, 1854. (Museum object #1942.506)

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